Description
Warm up with a comforting bowl of Irish Stew with Mashed Potatoes, a classic dish that embodies heartiness and flavor. This recipe combines tender beef, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic herbs, simmered to perfection in rich beef broth. Paired with creamy mashed potatoes, it’s the ultimate comfort food that’s perfect for cozy family dinners or gatherings with friends. The best part? This dish is simple to prepare and allows for customization based on your preferences.
Ingredients
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- 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- 3 Pounds Beef Stew Meat (or Lamb)
- 1/4 Cup All Purpose Flour
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 2 teaspoons Fresh Rosemary
- 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
- 4 Cups Beef Broth
- 5 Each Carrots (peeled and cut into chunks)
- 1 Cup Frozen Peas
- 2 Each Bay Leaves
- Mashed Potatoes
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- In a Ziploc bag, combine beef stew meat with flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, rosemary, and thyme; shake well.
- Sear the seasoned meat in the hot oil until browned on all sides.
- Gradually stir in the beef broth and bring to a boil.
- Add carrots and bay leaves; reduce heat to medium-low and cover.
- Simmer for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add frozen peas 5 minutes before serving.
- Remove bay leaves and serve alongside creamy mashed potatoes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (400g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg